A Rose by Any Name


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A treasury of eclectic information about different varieties of roses looks at the stories behind their colorful names, probing elements of folklore, poetry, art, literature, science, myth, and other sources to reveal the history of naming and cultivating roses, from ancient times to the present day.




American Rose Society Encyclopedia of Roses


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Featuring a history of the rose, origins of names, and a showcase of the best-loved roses, The American Rose Society Encyclopedia of Roses is a complete guide to the care and cultivation of more than 2,000 types of roses. Cataloged in an easy-to-follow A-Z format and lusciously illustrated.




Watercolor in Nature


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Capture the Natural World with Vibrant Works of Art Nature illustrator Rosalie Haizlett has hiked through countless forests with her sketchbook and watercolors, documenting the plants, animals and landscapes that she encounters. She has also taught tens of thousands of students to paint and appreciate nature’s beauty through her popular online classes and in-person workshops. In this book, Rosalie provides step-by-step instruction on how to paint 20 realistic insects, fungi, birds, botanicals and mammals in her vibrant wet- on-dry watercolor style. Pick up the skills you need to become a better observer in the outdoors, take your own reference photos and paint a wide variety of subjects so that you can continue to draw inspiration from nature long after you finish the projects in this book. You’ll also learn some fun nature facts along the way! Whether you’re a total beginner or ready to take your skills to the next level, Rosalie is here to walk you through every step of the process.




Rose Bound


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Ousted for being a human sympathizer, Prince Gavin has found himself in the belly of the Underground, a world where ghouls rule and werewolves fight to the death. After learning of his parent's murder, Gavin is called upon to endure the Rose Bound ceremony and claim his covens throne with a wife. Forces are rallying against him, some closer to home than he anticipates. Finding a murderer, leading a coup and himself proves to be a journey that will change his kingdom forever. But, when Gavin's soulmate goes missing, none of that matters. Nothing will stand in his way to find her, not even his own demons.




The Secret First Lady


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Rachel Jones is a successful businesswoman who has it all. Her husband's infidelity pushes her to the edge and after reaching her breaking point; she's convinced to seek spiritual restoration. On her journey to mend her broken heart and establish a devout relationship with God, she becomes entangled with a new lover, more sin and is introduced to a world of homosexuality. Finally after experiencing the death of a child, the possibility of contracting AIDS, and another heartache, she decides to leave her comfort zone for a fresh start. How her journey ends is a mystery and the entire ride is filled with suspense.




Vicious


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Killing for me is easy. Loving is an entirely different thing. Una is the only person I ever gave a damn about, but she's off limits. I’m grateful she only spends the summer with us. I can't risk her getting involved in my life of crime. But now she’s here, all grown up, and this time, I don’t think I can stay away from her. When Una starts partying with Darragh, who’s as wild and unpredictable as they come, I can't afford keeping my distance any longer. Bodies seem to stack up wherever he goes. Cleaning up his messes used to be annoying. Now I have Una to consider, Una to protect. My family is belly deep in the criminal underworld, and she's a distraction I can't afford. The closer she gets to me, the more I'm spiraling out of control. I can't let her see who I really am, but I can't seem to let her go. Keywords: stepsister, stepbrother romance, sexy alpha male, obsessed alpha, dark Irish Mafia romance, full-length, romantic, dark, adventure, ebooks, New Adult Romance, Complete Series, Mafia Romance, Dark Mafia Romance, Irish Mafia Romance, Romance, Irish Romance, Obsessed Romance, Alpha Male, Romance Books, Romance Novels, Suspenseful Romance, Billionaire Romance, New Adult Romance, Romance eBook, Romance Series, Top Romance Reads, Dark Romance, Hot Romance, Alpha Hero, Feisty Heroine, Wealthy, Billionaire, Romance Novel, Romance Books, Seduction, Sexy, Sensual, Current, Vi Carter Books, Series, Story, Suspense, Thriller, Action Adventure, Hot Sexy Read, Love Story, Alpha Male, Happy Ever After, Suspenseful Read, Book, Rich, Quick read, New Adult, Romantic Suspense, HEA, Curvy, Cliffhanger, Popular Series, Top Rated Books, Millionaire, , Romance Books, Essential Reads, Adventure Books, Irish Mafia, action, complete series, strong heroine,




The Quest for the Rose


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A definitive, beutifully illustrated history of and reference guide to the world's most popular flower, by two of the world's favorite and most respected gardening experts.




The Rose Fancier's Manual


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The Right Rose for Mano


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He was only fifteen and had tried to keep his family functioning after his mothers passing. No time to attend school now he planted the garden and hunted for meat for their table. All of the time seeing anything of value disappearing from the farm. Everything going to support the drinking habit his father and two older brothers had acquired. Theyd leave for town in the morning after eating what ever there was for breakfast and not be back until suppertime. He would lie in his bed in the evening and hear them argue about the problems the country was having at that time. When all he wanted was some help so they keep the farm as it had been. After cooking a meal of the rabbits he had hunted and what was left from the root cellar there was nothing left. He would have to hunt if he going to be able to cook another meal. In the morning he went down to find the only animal they had left, the old horse that he could have used to pack in a deer, gone. That was almost the last straw and the last straw was when he looked where he always left his rifle, and it too was gone.




Camilla's Roses


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Camilla is forced to come to terms with the truth about her past, the limitations of motherhood and reconciliation, and the dark legacy of cancer in order to save her daughter.